Category: disasters
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Crash Closes State Highway 2 Near Dannevirke
State Highway 2 near Dannevirke is closed following a three-vehicle crash near Piripiri Road, reported at around 2:40pm. One person is believed to have sustained serious injuries, and a further four people have moderate injuries. Motorists are advised to avoid…
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Serious Crash Closes SH1 in Kaiwaka
A serious two-vehicle crash on State Highway 1 in Kaiwaka has prompted a road closure between Greenway and Mountain Roads. Police were called to the scene at approximately 9:20 am. Initial reports indicate serious injuries. Diversions are in place, and…
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Fatal Motorcycle Crash on State Highway 35 near Ōpōtiki
A motorcyclist died following a crash on State Highway 35 near Ōpōtiki on Friday night. The crash, which occurred between Te Waiiti Road and Maraenui Pa Road, was reported to Police at 8.25pm. The motorcyclist was critically injured and "tragically…
DisastersLaw EnforcementTransportation Fatal CrashŌpōtikiState Highway 35MotorcycleTraffic IncidentNew Zealand PoliceTe Waiiti Road
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Motorcyclist Critically Injured in SH 35 Crash Near Ōpōtiki
A serious crash on State Highway 35 near Ōpōtiki has resulted in critical injuries to a motorcyclist. Police were alerted to the incident at 8.25pm. The crash occurred between Te Waiiti Road and Maraenui Pa Road and involved a single…
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Hawke's Bay State Highway Roadworks Planned for December 2025 and January 2026
Roadworkers in Hawke’s Bay downed tools at midday today for the Christmas and New Year break, with work resuming on Monday 5 January. Several roadworks and closures are scheduled across the state highway network in the first two weeks of…
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Maioro Street On-Ramp in Wesley, Auckland City, Cleared After Multi-Vehicle Crash
The Maioro Street on-ramp in Wesley, Auckland City, has been cleared following a multi-vehicle crash this morning. The incident prompted a temporary closure while emergency services responded. Police have thanked drivers for their patience during the disruption. The Serious Crash…
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Multi-Vehicle Crash Causes Delays in Wesley
A multi-vehicle crash in Wesley on the Maioro Street on-ramp has led to significant delays for motorists this morning. Police were notified of the incident, involving four vehicles, just before 5am. Three individuals have been hospitalized with injuries ranging from…
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Fatal Vehicle Incident in Piarere Claims One Life
One person died after a vehicle rolled on a rural property in Piarere, near Tīrau. Emergency services were called to the scene around 5:15pm. WorkSafe has been advised, and the circumstances of the incident are under investigation. The death is…
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Family remembers climber Connor Scott McKenzie as 'well centred, kind man'
The family of Connor Scott McKenzie, who died climbing Sabre Peak, has released a statement through the New Zealand Police, remembering him as a kind man who lived life to the fullest. Police are supporting the Coroner's investigation and have…
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Search Called Off for Missing Climbers on Aoraki/Mount Cook
The search for two climbers missing on Aoraki/Mount Cook has been called off after search teams found evidence suggesting they were caught in a large ice avalanche. Authorities believe the climbers are deceased. The men began their ascent on Friday,…
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New Zealand Police Appoints Three New Assistant Commissioners
The New Zealand Police have announced the provisional appointments of Superintendents Jeanette Park, Corrie Parnell, and Tim Anderson as Assistant Commissioners. Police Commissioner Richard Chambers expressed his pleasure in announcing the appointments, highlighting the significant operational experience and understanding of…
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Fatal Crash Near Flemington Claims One Life
A person died in a single-vehicle crash south of Flemington last night. Emergency services were called to Ngawaka Road at approximately 11:10 pm following reports of the incident. Tragically, the vehicle's only occupant was pronounced dead at the scene. The…
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Crash Closes Lanes on Christchurch Southern Motorway
A crash on the Christchurch Southern Motorway (SH 76) has caused significant delays. The inside lanes heading southbound around the Curlett’s Road off-ramp are closed due to a single-vehicle crash. The incident was reported to emergency services around 6.35pm. According…
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Crash Blocks State Highway 1 at Motutere, Taupo
State Highway 1 is currently blocked at Motutere, Taupo, following a crash this afternoon. The New Zealand Police responded to a two-vehicle collision, involving a truck and a car, which occurred just north of the Motutere township around 12.30pm. Initial…
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Police Enhance Skills in Taranaki Search and Rescue Drill
A recent large-scale marine search and rescue (SAR) exercise, involving specialist Police personnel off the New Plymouth coastline, has been declared a success. The exercise tested the ability of multiple agencies to collaborate in challenging marine conditions, demanding rapid decision-making,…
Politics and GovernmentTransportationDisastersLaw Enforcement New Zealand PoliceSearch and RescueTaranakiNew PlymouthCoastguardSurf Life SavingEmergency Preparedness
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Serious Crash Blocks State Highway 2 at Tanners Point
State Highway 2 at Tanners Point in the Bay of Plenty is currently blocked due to a serious crash that occurred this morning. The two-vehicle collision, involving a truck and a van, took place between Wolseley Road and Bridgman Lane…
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Person Dies in Water-Related Incident at Titahi Bay
A person has died following a water-related incident in Titahi Bay on Sunday. Police were called to Bay Drive at around 2:15pm, following reports of a person being pulled from the water unresponsive. "Despite the best efforts of those on…
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Name Released of Missing Fisherman at Tapotupotu Bay
Police have released the name of the fisherman missing since November 23 off the coast of Tapotupotu Bay, near Cape Reinga. He was Man Bock Lee, 65, of Hamilton. Emergency services were alerted after a report that Mr. Lee had…
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Road Closure in Wiri Following Fire
A section of Roscommon Road is currently closed due to a fire in Wiri, Counties Manukau. Police have established cordons at the intersections of Roscommon Road with Wiri Station Road and Cavendish Drive. Fire and Emergency NZ are actively responding…
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Fatal Crash in Māngere Claims One Life
One person has died following a serious two-vehicle crash in Māngere on December 3rd. Emergency services were called to the scene on State Highway 20 at approximately 4am. The injured man was assessed by ambulance services and found to have…
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Severe Weather Warning: Heavy Rain and Gales Hit South Island
MetService has issued severe weather warnings for parts of the South Island, effective Monday evening. An active front, preceded by strong northerlies, is moving north, bringing heavy rain and severe gales. The public is advised to stay updated with the…
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Swimmer's Name Released Following Lake Wainamu Tragedy
Police have released the name of the swimmer who died at Lake Wainamu last week as Shubham Kumar, 23. Kumar had been swimming with friends on the evening of December 8, 2025. The Police National Dive Squad recovered Kumar's body…
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Two Climbers Found Dead in Fiordland National Park
Two climbers have been found dead in Fiordland National Park after a search and rescue operation. Police were alerted to the missing pair around 7:40 pm on Saturday, December 13, after another climbing group activated a beacon when the two…
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Name Released in Fatal Tapapa Crash
Police have released the name of the man who died in a crash on State Highway 5, Tapapa, on December 1. He has been identified as Brett Biddle, 51, of Rotorua. "Our condolences are with his family and friends during…
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Search Underway for Two Overdue Climbers on Aoraki Mount Cook
A search is underway for two climbers who are overdue on Aoraki Mount Cook. According to Inspector Vicki Walker, Aoraki Area Commander, "There are currently strong winds and rain in the area." Police Search and Rescue and Department of Conservation…
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Name Released in Karioitahi Beach Death
Police have released the name of the man who died at Karioitahi Beach last week as 26-year-old Ali Hayder Hadi, of Te Atatū Peninsula. Ali was at Karioitahi Beach with his brother and two friends when they encountered difficulties in…
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Crash Closes Lane on State Highway 1, Dunsandel
A crash this morning has closed one lane on State Highway 1/Main South Road in Dunsandel, Selwyn. The single-vehicle accident, where a vehicle hit a powerpole, occurred between Browns Road and Frasers Road. Police were notified at approximately 11:50am. Initial…
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Foxton Beach Fire Victims Named
Police have released the names of the two people who died in a Foxton Beach house fire last Tuesday. They were 79-year-old Thomas Muliaga, and 71-year-old Fiona Cameron. Inspector Ross Granthan, Manawatu Area Commander, said, “Our thoughts remain with their…
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Heavy Rain and Strong Winds Forecast for New Zealand
Heavy rain and strong northwest winds are impacting parts of the South Island, with the North Island bracing for similar conditions on Tuesday. A cold front is moving up the country, bringing periods of heavy rain and strong northwesterlies, followed…
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MetService Issues Severe Weather Outlook for New Zealand
A severe weather outlook issued by MetService at 10:28 am on Monday, December 15, 2025, indicates potential weather hazards for New Zealand. On Wednesday, December 17, a front is expected to move east of the North Island. There is low…